There are four significant events associated with Buddhism on Navam Poya. Buddha appointed his two Chief Disciples Sariputta and Moggallana on a Navam Poya. The first Sangha Sammelanaya, the first congregation of the Sangha of more than 1000 monks was held on a Navam Poya. The third was a discourse by the Buddha, the Ovadapratimokshaya Desanawa…
Dear Friends, 2nd SIL & Meditation program of the month on Saturday 20th January At Kenwick Temple from 8:00am to 5:00pm. DHAWAL DANA WILL BE PROVIDED. Please refer below program for more details. All are welcome! Theruwan Sarani, SLSBS
The important significance of Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day, marks Gautama Buddha’s first visit to Sri Lanka. Nine months after his Enlightenment, the blessed one visited Mahiyangana, in the Uva Province of Sri Lanka. His mission was to restore peace, to create a state of freedom from war or violence. The old chronicle Mahavamsa records…
Dear Friends. Update – Pirith Ceremony to Invoke Blessings for the New Year 2018 at the Sri Lankan Buddhist Temple. 26th December to 31st December – Chanting Pirith will begin at 7pm. 1st January – Atavisi Buddha Pooja at 5:30pm (If you wish to sponsor and offer ATAPIRIKARA or Gilanpasa Pooja tray, please enter your…
Dear Friends, New Year Pirith Chanting Ceremony to invoke blessings and success for you all in the coming New Year 2018 begins on 26th December at 7.00pm and ends on 1st January 2018. You are all kindly invited to participate at this annual event welcoming prosperous and successful New Year 2018. On 1st January ATAVISI BUDDHA…
The ancient practice of mindfulness has gone mainstream. You’ve probably heard that people who meditate are happier, more focused and able to deal with stress. … Meditation trains the mind in ways that enhance mood, emotional resiliency, and even immune system functioning. Kindly double click to see program details. Dear Friends, Meditation – One day Retreat on Saturday, 23rd…
Ata Sil and Meditation Program for Il Poya day, on Saturday,11th November2017 At Kenwick Temple From 7:30am to 5:00pm Morning Dana followed by Ata Sil and Dhamma talk by resident monks. Meditation session. Buddha Puja and Dana. Dhamma talk by visiting or resident monks. Evening Tea followed by the dhamma talk by visiting or resident…
Dear Friends, Sri- Lankan Sinhalese Buddhist Society cordially invites you and your family to join us and have many varieties of delicious, authentic Sri-Lankan food at the Food Fair which is to be held on the Sunday 05th November at Centenary Pavillion at Wilson. Please see the below flyer for further information. You are taking…
Non-residential Meditation and Dhamma Program (in Sinhala medium) conducted by Ven. Wegodapola Wimalagnana Thero 21st to 23rd October 2017 at Sri Lanka Buddhist Vihara, Kenwick. Program: Saturday 21st – 8 am to 4 pm Sunday 22nd …
Vap Poya marks the offering of the ‘Katina Cheevara’ or new robes to Buddhist monks, who observed ‘Vas’ – Rainy Retreat, beginning from Esala to Vap. ‘Katina’ – ‘Cheevara Pooja’, the noble meritorious deed is considered the most sacred wholesome act a Buddhist can perform. It is known as the Great Eight Merits or ‘Ata…
